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Offered here is the 3rd fastest production car of the American
Muscle Car Era, the coveted 1970 Buick GS 455 Stage 1 Coupe. The
1966 427 Cobras and Corvettes are the only ones to beat it. Here
are some quick specs on this special car, but trust us, its worth
reading the whole thing:
• 455-cid bored to 464-cid "blue-block" V-8 engine/505hp
• Complete assembled Edelbrock Performance RPM aluminum heads with
Scorpion stainless steel roller rocker arms
• Jim Pauket automatic transmission
• Complete original drivetrain included
• One of 2,465 built with Stage I option
• Original window sticker
• Original warranty plate
• Original glovebox order sheet
This Buick muscle car was a performance powerhouse that looked as
good as it sounded. Along with the GS 455 package, one could also
have it equipped with what Buick called the "Stage I" option. This
optional package consisted of 10.5:1 compression pistons, high-lift
camshaft, special four-barrel carburetor, low restriction dual
exhaust and a positive traction rear axle. All of these performance
upgrades brought the horsepower to 360, and the torque was rated at
510, at 2,800-RPMs.�
According to the window sticker this Stage I Buick was equipped
with a full length console, power disc brakes, power steering,
Sonomatic radio, super wide oval white billboard lettered tires,
chrome plated wheels, Rallye ride control package, air
conditioning, speed alert, tinted windshield, door guards, remote
control mirror, tilt steering wheel, instrument gauges, Rallye
clock, protective side moldings, protective fender moldings, Rallye
steering wheel and custom vinyl roof covering. The window sticker
also lists custom trim, which included bucket seats, rear courtesy
lamps, deluxe arm rests, cushion foundation, compartment shelf,
rear custom seat and interior door panel emblem.�
Please note that the original 455 engine, Turbo-Hydramatic 400
transmission, Posi-traction differential, and original front seats
are not currently installed in the car, but they are included with
the purchase of the vehicle. An improved 455 engine, new
transmission and new differential were installed to preserve the
original equipped drivetrain.�The engine that is equipped in the
car today is a 1976 455-cid "blue-block" that has been magnafluxed
and bored to 464-cid. The big block oiling modifications are
complete; and the rotating assemble has been balanced. Equipped on
the car is an Edelbrock Performer 455 Buick intake manifold with a
Quick Fuel Technologies SS 750-cfm carburetor. The spark for the
ignition is supplied by a MSD Pro-Billet plug and play distributor
and a Blaster 2 ignition coil. The low restriction performance
exhaust was built by Gardner exhaust and is said to be concours
correct down to the zinc coating. The stock cast iron exhaust
manifolds are equipped. Making sure the engine stays at the correct
operating temperature is a high performance water pump, Griffin
aluminum radiator and a BeCool radiator shroud with dual 14-inch
fans.�
Transferring power to the rear wheels is a Jim Pauket transmission
that has been built to handle plenty of torque. It also features a
custom torque converter. Enhanced Performance Transmission
installed a Gear Vendor on the tail shaft of this Turbo-Hydramatic
400 transmission. This makes six total gears available. Connecting
the transmission and rear differential is a 3-inch aluminum
driveshaft with 1350 U-joints. The rear differential was built by
DTS using a GM housing with 3-inch welded axle tubes and 30-spline
Moser axles and a Gen II Eating posi and Richmond 3.08 gear.�
The paint and body work that took place during the restoration was
completed by Don Ivens Restorations in Battle Creek, Michigan. Don
Ivens used NOS parts to replace fenders, the right quarter panel,
radiator core support and grille. The inner fenders were replaced
using parts sourced from a rust free California car. The trunk
floor was replaced using a reproduction piece from Year One. The
paint it is presented in today is factory Fire Red (code 75)
This completely restored Buick has been under the care of the same
owner for the past 28 years with a clear Michigan title issued on
August 28, 1989. The restoration was completed per the original
window sticker, original warranty plate and original glovebox order
sheet. All of which are included with this rare Buick, including
all receipts and records. In 1970, only 2,465 Buick GS 455 Stage I
cars were built and limited numbers were equipped with a Turbo 400
transmission.�If you're in the market for a collector muscle car,
this should be on your short list. Call or e-mail with any and all
questions. Thank you for looking.
VIN Decoder:
4 - GM Division: Buick
46 - Series: GS 455
37 - Body: 2-Door Hardtop Coupe
0 - Year: 1970
H - Assembly Plant: Flint, Michigan
242398 - Production Sequence
Data Tag Decoder:
7044637FL1 - Style: 1970 Buick GS 455 2-Door Hardtop Coupe Flint,
MI
176625 - Body: Unit Number
Z189 - Trim: Burnished Saddle
75 - Paint: Fire Red
